David Burns Courses

Beekeeping - How to Read Frames and Evaluate Your Hive for a Midsummer Inspection

Master frame reading and hive evaluation techniques for effective midsummer beekeeping inspections with expert guidance from Dr. Jon Zawislak.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Understanding Basic Honey Bee Genetics

Uncover the fascinating world of honey bee genetics, including why drones have grandfathers but no fathers, and master the genetic principles essential for successful beekeeping.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Simple Feeding Tips to Prevent Starvation

Master essential fall feeding techniques with 1:1 sugar syrup to ensure your bees develop strong winter colonies and avoid starvation during cold months.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - The Surprising Aftermath of Combining Hives

Discover why bees relocate all honey stores after hive combination and learn essential colony management strategies for successful beekeeping operations.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - How to Avoid This Fall Mistake That Could Kill Your Hive

Discover critical fall beekeeping practices to prevent hive failure and ensure your bees survive winter by avoiding common deadly mistakes that threaten colony health.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Alert - Why Hive Wrapping Could Save Your Bees This Winter

Discover essential hive wrapping techniques to protect your bees from harsh winter conditions and dramatically reduce the 50-75% average winter losses beekeepers face.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Feeding Techniques to Keep Your Bees from Dying

Master essential feeding techniques to prevent bee colony loss through proper timing, syrup ratios, and seasonal preparation strategies for winter survival.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Easy Bottom Board Insert Trick for Winter

Master a simple bottom board insert technique to seal drafts, conserve heat, and help your bee colonies survive winter conditions effectively.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - Last Chance Tips Before It's Too Late

Master critical winter preparation techniques for your bee colonies before the seasonal window closes and ensure their survival through harsh months.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - How to Strengthen a Weak Hive in the Fall for Winter Survival

Discover essential techniques to strengthen weak hives during fall, ensuring your bees survive winter through proper assessment, feeding strategies, and critical interventions.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - How to Keep Mice and Other Pests Out of Your Hive

Protect your hives from mice and pests seeking winter warmth. Learn essential fall preparation techniques to safeguard your bees during cold months.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - How to Feed and Wrap Your Bees for Winter

Master essential winter beekeeping techniques for feeding and wrapping hives to ensure bee colony survival through harsh winter months with proven methods and recipes.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - What Happens When Bees Reject Your Replacement Queen

Discover what happens when bees reject a replacement queen introduced during cold weather through a detailed hive inspection revealing surprising colony behavior.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping - How Do Simple Tools Make You a Better Beekeeper?

Discover essential beekeeping tools that simplify hive management and improve your success with bees through practical demonstrations and expert recommendations.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beekeeping Tips For November

Master essential November beekeeping techniques to prepare your hives for winter, including crucial feeding strategies during fall dearth and last-chance winterization tips.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video